The Swift Current Broncos dropped the opening game of their six-game BC Division road trip on Friday. The Broncos trailed the host Victoria Royals 2-0 and 4-1, tied the game 4-4, but allowed a late power play goal in a 5-4 loss.
Defenseman Kayd Ruedig scored twice, including the tying goal early in the third period. Jacob Beaulieu and Trae Wilke also scored. Archer Cooke took the loss with 24 saves as the Broncos fell to 2-2 on the season.
Cameron Schmidt led the Royals with two goals and one assist, including the game winner. Odin Vauhkonen, Wyatt Danylenko, and Filip Novak all scored as Victoria improved to 3-0. Cole Prelusky made 19 saves for the Royals.
The Broncos will visit the Vancouver Giants on Saturday.
